Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker Run

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LAFRC "firecracker10k" is a 501(C)(3) non profit organization. Proceeds are reinvested back into the community of LA. The L.A.
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We are a group of volunteers who donate our time and energy to organize the longest running Lunar New Year Run Race in the United States. Chinatown Firecracker 5/10K Run/Walk is one of the largest and longest-running Lunar New Year charity run in the country. 100% volunteer organized. 100% of net proceeds are reinvested in the local community.

09/12/2026

🧨 THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS.
The 49th Annual Firecracker Run is coming back to Chinatown, and next year’s celebration will be bigger, brighter, and more electric than ever.

Registration opens on Sunday, September 13th!

🔥 49 years of tradition
🧨 100,000 firecrackers
🐏 The Year of the Ram
🚴🏻 Welcoming all Runners, Bikers, Kids, and Dogs!

Get early access to the celebration and save $5 with code 27EARLYBIRD from Sept 13-20.

Tag your running crew, family, friends, bikers, dogs, and run clubs and make plans to celebrate with us.

Fire up your New Year. See you at the 49th. 🧨 Firecracker10K.org

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03/04/2026

Pics or it didn’t happen! 📸✨ Whether you were on two wheels on Saturday or two feet on Sunday, your photos are ready.

Grab your memories here:
🔹 Saturday Bike Pics: https://bit.ly/2026BikePawerPics
🔹 Sunday Run/Walk Pics: https://bit.ly/2026RunWalkKiddie

⚠️ Help us level up: We sent a survey to your email. Please fill it out so we can make next year the best one yet! We value your feedback. 🙌

03/01/2026

Congrats to the top 3 finishers 🧨 🐴

03/01/2026

Mayor Karen Bass salutes our 8,000 runners today! It’s all about community here in the heart of Chinatown in our beautiful city of Los Angeles!

🎤

02/28/2026

🐾✨ PAW’R WALK GIVEAWAY ✨🐾

We’ve teamed up with to celebrate the Firecracker Paw’r Walk and give your pup something special 🐶❤️

Because strong pups = strong community.

🎁 ONE lucky winner will receive a Wellfurst dog supplement bundle to keep your furry bestie feeling their best!

How to enter:
1️⃣ Follow +
2️⃣ Like this post
3️⃣ Tag a fellow dog parent (each tag = 1 entry 🐕)
4️⃣ Bonus: Share to your story & tag us for extra love

Winner will be announced tomorrow morning on our story, winner will have to pick up tomorrow at the merch tent Sunday March 1st 2026 ✨

(Must show proof of the account)

Let’s grow together, support our pups, and show up for the Paw’r Walk the right way 🏃‍♂️🐾

02/28/2026

🚴‍♀️✨ Ready for the ride? Here’s your essential checklist to ensure a smooth and safe biking experience! 📝

✅ **Wear your helmet and sun protection**
✅ **Pump tires**
✅ **Bring water**
✅ **Stock up on food** (especially for the 50 milers) at our fully stocked rest stops, courtesy of our awesome sponsors!
✅ **Tools and a spare tube**
✅ **Load the route into your bike computer**
✅ **Charge your lights, computer, and electronic shifting**
✅ **ID for check-in**
✅ **Wear your bib on the front**

👀 Keep an eye out for our amazing Marshals in vests, SAG vehicles with Firecracker flags & decals, or Unchained Bicycle Garage mobile mechanics if you need assistance!

🚦 Remember to signal and shout out:
👉 *Slowing*
👉 *Stopping*
👉 *On your left*
👉 *Left turn*
👉 *Right turn*

⚠️ Watch your speed and avoid tailgating! Slower riders, please stay to the right.

🔍 Follow the signs and route arrows that match your bib!

🚦 Always obey the rules of the road: stop at stop signs and red lights, and watch the pavement and road conditions. Remember, the roads are NOT closed to vehicular traffic.

🚴‍♂️ This is not a race! Ride safely and enjoy the adventure! 🌟

02/27/2026

The countdown is ON! ⏰🧨 Who is ready to go HARD this weekend?!

We can’t wait to celebrate with you, but first—a little housekeeping to make sure your race day is smooth sailing. ⛵️

NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED. WE ARE AT FULL CAPACITY! We love you, but we can't have you on the course without a BIB. We need to ensure the safety of our participants.

📝 THE CHECKLIST:

🚗 PARKING & STREETS:
Swipe left ⬅️ to see the Parking Map & Street Closures!

Pro Tip: Arrive EARLY. Streets close for the race, and you don't want to be stuck outside the perimeter!
Best bet: Metro Gold Line or the big lot at 721 N. Hill St.

🤫 RESPECT THE NEIGHBORHOOD:
Chinatown is our home, and we love our neighbors! ❤️ Please keep the noise down in residential zones during the early morning and keep the streets clean. Let’s show them how awesome this community is.

🚀 LET’S HAVE A BLAST!
Tag your running buddy below and tell us which distance you’re crushing! See you at the finish line. 🏅

02/23/2026

🚨 OFFICIAL: WE ARE SOLD OUT! 🚨

Every single spot for the firecracker 20M-50M Bike/PAW'er Dog Walk/5K/10K/Kiddie Run is gone! We are absolutely blown away by the energy and support from our runners, riders, and volunteers.

Thank you for showing up for our local LA communities. Your support is the engine that keeps us running year after year. We love Chinatown, we love this city, and we love YOU! ❤️🧨

Didn’t get a bib? You can still be part of the team!
We’d love to have you join the behind-the-scenes action as a volunteer. It’s the best way to soak up the race day energy and support the community from the inside. Check the link in bio to sign up! 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♂️

Everyone is also welcome to come hang out at our Fitness Expo all weekend long featuring:
✨ Official Firecracker Merch
📸 Photo Booths
🍜 Delicious Food & Fun

See you at the firecracker lighting on Saturday AND Sunday, Los Angeles! Let’s make some noise! 🏮🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️

02/19/2026

Our kiddie run community partner .

Fueling the finish line! 🏁💧

loved keeping the hydration flowing for all the participants at firecracker10k Kiddie Run. High fives and cold water for everyone! 👋🧊

Address

943 N Broadway
Los Angeles, CA
90012

Website

http://www.firecracker10k.org/, https://bit.ly/firecracker10ksignup, https://www.threads.com/@firecracker10k, https://x.

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